Friday, January 29, 2010

Sciency things

I've been collecting links for a post on science resources that I haven't had time to write. But we've been stumbling on some great websites lately. Here are a few to get you started. What are your favorite science sites for kids?

General Science

Watch They Might Be Giants science videos. We like "Meet the Elements" the best.

Cosmography

The Scale of the Universe. Use the slider to compare the sizes of things from quantum foam to the universe itself. (Courtesy of Green-eyed Siren)

Physics

A spectacular Rube Goldberg device with everyday objects. (via Dedicated Elementary Teacher Overseas)

A stylish simple machines game from the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

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